papers 2025 Airtable Review: Customization and AI Compete with Price and Complexity Airtable: An In-Depth Look at its Worth in 2025 This comprehensive review examines Airtable in detail, assessing its features, usability, security, integrations, and customer support. Airtable remains a notable choice for database management due to its unique relational capabilities, allowing connections between various datasets that yield valuable project insights for By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 3 min read
papers Rippling Workforce Management 2025: Comprehensive Review and Insights for Medium to Large Enterprises Rippling Workforce Management: Complete Analysis Rippling Workforce Management: Comprehensive Platform Analysis Platform Overview and Core Features Rippling emerges as a powerhouse in workforce management, particularly shining with its user-friendly interface and visual Timecards that effortlessly display employee time records. This intuitive design is not only easy to navigate but also By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 3 min read
Deal Club DISCORD Investment Tagline: Leading communication platform revolutionizing online communities with 150 million monthly active users IndustrySocial Media/CommunicationTotal Raised$1.1bn (as of Sep 21)HeadquartersSan Francisco, USALast Primary Valuation$14.7bn (as of Sep 21)Founded2012Caplight Valuation$6.4bn ABOUT DISCORD Discord is a versatile communication platform that brings people By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
Deal Club REVOLUT Investment Tagline: Leading global neo-bank democratizing financial services with 35+ million customers across 38 countries IndustryFintech/BankingTotal Raised$1.9bn (as of Aug 24)HeadquartersLondon, UKLast Primary Valuation$45.0bn (as of Aug 24)Founded2015Caplight Valuation$55.3bn ABOUT REVOLUT Revolut is a leading global neo-bank that simplifies personal finances By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
Deal Club STRIPE Investment Tagline: Leading global payment infrastructure platform powering over $1 trillion in annual payments for millions of businesses worldwide IndustryFintech/PaymentsTotal Raised$8.8bn (as of Feb 25)HeadquartersSan Francisco, USALast Primary Valuation$91.5bn (as of Feb 25)Founded2010Caplight Valuation$112.2bn ABOUT STRIPE Stripe is a globally renowned By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
Deal Club SHEIN Investment Tagline: Leading global fast fashion e-commerce platform transforming digital shopping with 75 million active users worldwide IndustryeCommerceTotal Raised$3.0bn (as of Aug 25)HeadquartersSingapore, SingaporeLast Primary Valuation$67.0bn (as of Aug 25)Founded2012Caplight Valuation$53.2bn ABOUT SHEIN SHEIN is a globally renowned fast fashion e-commerce company By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
Deal Club KRAKEN Investment Tagline: Leading global cryptocurrency exchange with the largest European market share and second-largest US volume IndustryFintech/CryptoTotal Raised$5.1bn (as of Feb 22)HeadquartersSan Francisco, USALast Primary Valuation$10.8bn (as of Feb 22)Founded2011Caplight Valuation$10.7bn ABOUT KRAKEN Kraken Digital Asset Exchange is one of the By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 6 min read
Deal Club DATABRICKS Investment Tagline: Leading unified data and AI platform powering the data intelligence revolution with $4 billion revenue run-rate and Fortune 500 dominance IndustryData & AITotal Raised$14.1bn (as of Dec 24)HeadquartersSan Francisco, USALast Primary Valuation$62.0bn (as of Dec 24)Founded2013Caplight Valuation$87.5bn ABOUT DATABRICKS Databricks By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 5 min read
papers Revolutionizing Fintech: Plaid Integrates with Claude AI for Seamless Developer Workflows AI Integration with Fintech Tools: A Game Changer As the world of fintech evolves at lightning speed, Plaid is leading the charge by embedding AI into their developer ecosystem. This groundbreaking move stems from the integration of Plaid's platform with Claude, Anthropic's AI assistant, bringing real-time By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 3 min read
papers Deel AI: Transforming Global Hiring with an In-House Tech Marvel The Deel AI Revolution: Transforming Global Hiring Processes Deel's journey from a budding startup to a widespread global entity employs a powerful secret weapon: Deel AI. This isn't just any typical AI system; it's a custom-built, high-efficiency platform designed to streamline Deel's By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
Deal Club EPIC GAMES Investment Tagline: Leading interactive entertainment company powering the gaming and metaverse revolution with Fortnite, Unreal Engine, and strategic partnerships with Disney and Sony IndustryEntertainmentTotal Raised$7.3bn (as of Jul 25)HeadquartersCary, USALast Primary Valuation$22.5bn (as of Jul 25)Founded1991Caplight Valuation$17.4bn ABOUT EPIC GAMES Epic Games By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers Stripe Pioneers Stablecoin Launches and AI Monetization for Businesses Stripe's Revolutionary Financial Innovation Stripe's Revolutionary Financial Innovation: Transforming Commerce Through Stablecoins and AI The Dawn of Stablecoin Accessibility In a thrilling move for the financial world, Stripe has unveiled tools that might just change the game for businesses everywhere. Announced among an impressive lineup of By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers Revolut Enhances AI Capabilities with Acquisition of Swifty for Personalized Travel and Lifestyle Solutions Revolut's Strategic Acquisition of Swifty: Revolutionizing AI-Powered Lifestyle Management Revolut, the global fintech powerhouse serving over 65 million customers worldwide, has made a groundbreaking strategic move by acquiring Swifty, an innovative AI-driven travel agent startup that originated within the Lufthansa Innovation Hub. This transformative acquisition represents far more By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 2 min read
papers AI 2025: The Solidifying Future and Investment Opportunities AI in 2025: Building Blocks Firmly in Place Published December 9, 2024 by David Cahn The Game-Changing Year for AI The story of 2025 unfolds as the year the AI ecosystem comes of age, with foundations solidly in place. No longer is AI an ethereal prospect of potential; it' By Katarzyna Lomnicka • 4 min read
papers Anthropic and IBM Join Forces to Revolutionize AI for Business Anthropic and IBM Forge Revolutionary AI Partnership Exciting News: Anthropic and IBM Forge AI Partnership Imagine a world where artificial intelligence seamlessly integrates with corporate software, making tech-savvy dreams come true. That's exactly what Anthropic, a San Francisco-based AI startup, and IBM, the legendary titan of technology, have By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers Inside the AI-Infused Lives of Students: How ChatGPT Navigates the Challenges of Campus Life Academic Use of AI Tools: Revolutionizing Student Life The landscape of higher education is undergoing a profound transformation as artificial intelligence tools reshape the academic experience. At the forefront of this revolution stands ChatGPT, an AI assistant that has become an indispensable companion for students navigating the complex terrain of By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers Octopus Energys AI Spinoff: Krakens Rise to a Potential $15 Billion Valuation Octopus Energy's Strategic Spinoff of AI Powerhouse Kraken Octopus Energy's Strategic Spinoff of AI Powerhouse Kraken: A $15 Billion Energy Revolution In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the renewable energy landscape, British startup Octopus Energy is spinning off its artificial intelligence powerhouse, Kraken, creating a By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers OpenAI: Revolutionizing Technology and Transforming the Future with Artificial Intelligence The Revolutionary Impact of AI and Machine Learning The Revolutionary Impact of AI and Machine Learning Imagine a world where machines can not only follow commands but also think, create, and even predict future behaviors. That's the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 5 min read
papers Gopuffs Revolutionary Web Experience: The New Era of Instant Shopping Introducing Gopuff's New Website: The Future of Shopping Gopuff has launched an exciting new web experience that's redefining how we shop. This is not mere window dressing – it's a full-on transformation! Imagine watching a live stream of their micro-fulfillment centers or getting real-time updates By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers Shein Navigates Profit Decline Amid Trump Tariff Uncertainties: Fast-Fashion Giant Faces Challenges in Global Trade Rules Sales Growth and Profit Decline: The Shein Story Amidst the swirling world of fast fashion, Shein stands as a titan, capturing the global stage with rapid expansion and dizzying revenue growth. This fashion juggernaut, famous for its ultra-fast approach to style, recently reported a stunning 20% increase in sales, reaching By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 3 min read
papers Databricks AI Dilemma: Navigating Leadership Changes and Growing Competition Databricks AI Strategy and Future Direction Databricks AI Strategy: Navigating Leadership Changes and Market Competition The Strategic Impact of Naveen Rao's Departure Databricks finds itself at a critical juncture following the unexpected departure of Naveen Rao, its pivotal head of artificial intelligence. This departure raises pressing questions about By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 5 min read
papers Celonis Unveils Integrated AI and Process Intelligence Innovations for Enhanced Business Automation Process Intelligence: Revolutionizing Enterprise Operations with AI Process Intelligence: Revolutionizing Enterprise Operations with AI Imagine a world where every motion of a company's workflow is not just observed but understood on a deeper level—a world where AI agents work hand-in-hand with humans, optimizing every aspect of business By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read
papers SpaceXs Strategic Leap: The $2B Investment in xAI Powering AI Synergies Across Musks Empire xAI: Elon Musk's Revolutionary AI Venture and Its Strategic Impact Genesis of xAI and Musk's AI Trajectory The remarkable journey began in March 2023 when Elon Musk introduced xAI with a mission so ambitious it seems to leap straight from a science fiction novel: "to By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 5 min read
papers AIs Double-Edged Sword: Anthropics Tech Turned Cybercrime Tool AI Weaponization: The Growing Cybersecurity Threat AI Weaponization: A Growing Cybersecurity Threat in the Digital Age The age of artificial intelligence has ushered in profound advancements and transformative capabilities, but as technology evolves, so do the methods of those who wish to exploit it. Recent developments in the cybersecurity landscape By Grzegorz Koscielniak • 4 min read